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hank


1. A parcel consisting of two or more skeins of yarn or thread tied together.

2. A rope or withe for fastening a gate.

3. Hold; influence. "When the devil hath got such a hank over him." (Bp. Sanderson)

4. A ring or eye of rope, wood, or iron, attached to the edge of a sail and running on a stay.

Origin: Cf. Dan. Hank handle, Sw. Hank a band or tie, Icel. Hanki hasp, clasp, honk, hangr, hank, coil, skein, G. Henkel, henk, handle; ar prob. Akin to E. Hang. See Hang.

Source: Websters Dictionary